🩵 PCOS AWARENESS MONTH 🩵

September is PCOS awareness month! And as a cis woman living with PCOS since childhood, it affects my daily life. That’s why I wanted to share a short informative post about it!😍

⭐️Whats is PCOS?: PCOS is the 'Polycystic ovary syndrome', a serious genetic, hormone, metabolic and reproductive disorder that affects 1-in-10 people AFAB! (assigned female at birth)

⭐️Common signs and symptoms: Irregular periods, excess facial and body hair (hirutism), severe acne, small cysts in ovaries, insulin resistance (which increases risk of type 2 diabetes), anxiety and depression, infertility, fast weight gain (and loss).

⭐️Is there a cure for PCOS? NO! Unfortunately, there's no cure for the syndrome, but its symptoms can be managed with lifestyle changes like healthy eating, regular exercise and a good sleeping routine, along with medication to balance hormones and regular medical care! 💕

🩵 PCOS may seem scary, but remember that you're not alone! If you notice some of the symptoms, don't ignore it, early diagnose reduces the risks of infertility, diabetes and heart disease! Visit your favorite gynecologist / endocrinologist and together you'll figure it out the best treatment for you! 😉